Publications by authors named "Ivan Karpisek"
J Environ Manage
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- A study focused on improving the removal of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) and pharmaceuticals from wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) effluent found that a combination of UV treatment and sorption methods effectively reduced exDNA and ARG levels.
- Treatment with granular activated carbon (GAC) achieved almost complete removal of all pharmaceutical residues, while adding zeolite enhanced the removal of stubborn pollutants like gabapentin and diclofenac.
- This combined treatment method significantly decreases the environmental and health risks associated with pharmaceutical residues and ARGs, making the treated effluent more suitable for reuse as per current regulations.
